What You'll Learn
- Targeted techniques for a deep hip flexor stretch using conscious relaxation
- How to use breathing to open up closed spaces within the body and increase length
- Proper alignment for splits by focusing on vertical positioning rather than leaning
- Methods for identifying and releasing specific points of tension in the legs
- The effective use of yoga blocks or pillows to facilitate safe, supported progress
About This Video
Achieving a full split is a hallmark of ballet flexibility, but the journey involves more than just pushing through the pain. In this Broche Ballet Splits Flow session, we dive deep into the mechanics of the hip flexor and hamstrings to help you find more space and ease in your body. This class is designed as a focused practice to transition you from standard stretching into a fluid, dance-like movement that prioritizes range of motion and muscular release.
The core of this lesson is the relationship between the breath and the body. Many dancers instinctively tense up when they feel the intensity of a deep stretch, but this practice teaches you to do the opposite. By focusing on deep, rhythmic breathing, you can identify specific areas of tension and consciously relax them.
We explore how to send your breath into closed spaces, using it as a tool to expand and lengthen the muscles from the inside out. We also address the technical alignment of the splits. Rather than collapsing or focusing only on one half of the stretch, we emphasize a vertical orientation.
This approach ensures that the stretch is evenly distributed and that you are building the functional strength necessary for ballet. To support this progression, we recommend using props such as yoga blocks or pillows. These tools provide a cushion for the front hip, allowing you to sit taller and maintain proper form as you gradually lower toward the floor.
Whether you are working on your hamstrings or trying to unlock tight hip flexors, this flow offers a compassionate yet effective path toward your goals. By integrating these breathing and relaxation techniques into your daily routine, you will notice a significant improvement in your flexibility and the overall fluidity of your ballet movements. Join us at Broche Ballet as we transform your approach to stretching and help you achieve the splits with grace and ease.
